1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Sprite | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |